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Van Orden mocks state law against using AI deepfakes with videos depicting Cooke
US Rep. Derrick Van Orden’s repeated postings of deepfakes raise questions about privacy, AI guardrails, and the ethics of men using AI to depict women for unethical purposes.
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6 key dates to know in Wisconsin’s 2026 midterm elections
Here are all the dates you need to know if you’re planning to vote in Wisconsin’s 2026 midterm elections on Nov. 3.
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These will be Wisconsin’s most-watched election contests this November
Everyone will be watching the race for governor, of course, but other matchups will affect control of the Legislature, maybe control of Congress, and who will be Wisconsin’s attorney general.
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Berman banking on Steil’s ties to Trump as key to flipping the 1st Congressional District
Emergency nurse Mitchell Berman is challenging US Rep. Bryan Steil, whose bills would limit voting rights, water down restrictions on stock trading in Congress, and give a pass to the Trump family to continue making billions off cryptocurrency.
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Trump admin cuts funds for gender-affirming care for youth. Here’s how to fight back.
Here’s what you need to know about Trump’s ruling on gender-affirming care, and what you can do to support LGBTQ+ rights and access to life-saving healthcare.
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Derrick Van Orden facing Rebecca Cooke again in 3rd Congressional District
The pugnacious Van Orden is seeking a third term by labeling his Democratic challenger as a socialist, while Cooke is countering his attacks by pointing to the congressman’s record.
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The WI attorney general rematch: Rubber-stamping or standing up to Trump
Attorney general Josh Kaul has been part of dozens of lawsuits aimed at preventing federal government overreach while Republican challenger Eric Toney has been in step with the president’s views on limiting abortion rights and absentee voting.
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Who’s behind the safety and security of Wisconsin elections? Your neighbors
Wisconsin relies on local clerks and volunteers to run elections in more than 1,800 municipalities, making it a practically impossible target for widespread fraud.
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Say ‘Flock off’ to ALPRs in Wisconsin
Flock cameras are popping up across Wisconsin. Read more about automated license plate readers and how to take action against this AI-powered surveillance.
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Question of the Week: Thanksgiving tweets vs. real issues
Thanksgiving tweets? Communists in our classrooms? Will voters be distracted by wedge issues? It’s our newsletter question of the week for July 6
